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7UDYHO Fancourt Golf Course in George Sanlameer Golf Course George Golf Course Simola Golf Course SOUTH AFRICA - THE GOLFERS PARADISE South Africa has long been a popular destination for safaris, adventure and wine but it has rapidly been gaining popularity as an ace golf destination. The Rainbow Nation has some of the world’s ¿ nest golf resorts and golf courses and its incredible terrain forms the basis of South Africa’s best courses. The golf courses designed by the highly-acclaimed golf legend Gary Player are famous, especially the ones in Sun City in the rugged terrain near Johannesburg. Stunning links and parkland courses, often the center-piece of an exclusive hotel resort, are situated in South Africa’s top tourist destinations such as the Kruger National Park and Cape Town. The fact that the country is blessed with ideal climate all year round is an added advantage for golf enthusiasts. Some of the most popular golf courses in South Africa include the ones at Arabella Country Estate, Durban Country Club, Leopard Creek Country Club, Fancourt and The Links, George, amongst others. Since adventure and leisure make a great mix for meetings - South Africa, as a golf destination, has been gaining momentum with MICE travelers. Golf Course in SA Golf Course 66 G o l f P l u s MAY 2018 Milnerton Golf Course Golf